Recognizing leadership, collaboration, and commitment to building a stronger community
Austin, Texas — June 24, 2025 — In line with the ongoing global focus on quality education and leadership, E3 Alliance proudly recognizes a new generation of leaders who represent our core values and contribute to progress within our community. In a rapidly evolving education landscape, these outstanding individuals, our 2025 “Torchbearers,” shine as examples of collaboration, innovation, and dedication—inspiring those around them to reach higher.
“The 2025 Torchbearers remind us of the incredible impact dedicated leaders can have. Their passion, resilience, and drive to create positive change inspire us all to aim higher and work together to build a brighter, more equitable future for our community," said Kyle Seipp, senior director of postsecondary and workforce readiness.
Meet the 2025 Torchbearers:
· Lori Davis, Senior Director, Center for School Transformation — Collaboration Award
· Amy Havard, Director of School Transformation — Data-Driven Award
· Emily Pickens, Operations Manager — Learning Award
· Nwando Clyburn, Community Engagement Manager — Relentless Award
· Katy Merriweather, Director of Evaluation — Equity Award
This tradition, carried forward from last year’s honorees—Harrison Hopp, Kaci Kai, Christie Hepburn, Lauren Thomas, and Rodrigo Lopez—celebrates those who exemplify our core values and uplift others along the way.
About E3 Alliance: E3 Alliance is a data-oriented, collaborative organization based in Central Texas. We work across the state to transform education systems through data and collaboration, so all students succeed. We also work to increase economic mobility and the overall quality of life for our community through education system alignment from pre-K to the workforce. Founded in 2006, we are a leader in collective impact, collaborating with 15 Central Texas school districts, seven higher education institutions, and numerous businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, policy leaders, students, and families.
About E3 Alliance Data and Trends Portal: The E3 Alliance Data and Trends Portal offers comprehensive insights into education outcomes across Central Texas and specific Texas regions and legislative districts. It provides educators, policymakers, business leaders, and community members with actionable data on trends that impact students, families, and the economy. Building on the Central Texas Education Profile since 2007, the portal delivers a thorough, regional assessment of educational trends and outcomes throughout Texas.